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Afternoon Snack: Frozen Chocolate Bananas

Over the weekend, a friend told me about her new favorite dessert from gourmet grocery store Trader Joe's: Chocolate-covered frozen bananas. (Mmm.) But when I raided the frozen food aisle, they were sold out. That didn't stop me! Read on for an easy recipe you can make on any harried weeknight...

If you don't live near a Trader Joe's, you can still enjoy these frozen treats. This recipe from Cookie requires just three ingredients--rolling them in nuts or granola is optional, but probably delicious. Make a big batch, bring a couple to work and stash in the freezer for a week. (If you can hold out that long!)

1. Line a baking sheet with nonstick foil or parchment paper. 2. Cut the bananas in half and insert a Popsicle stick into each half. Place them on the baking sheet and freeze for 15 minutes. 3. Meanwhile, melt the chocolate with the oil in a Pyrex measuring cup in the microwave (check it every 30 seconds) or in a half-full pan of simmering water (about 2 minutes). Stir until smooth. 4. Roll each banana half in the chocolate, then quickly sprinkle with your topping (if using). 5. Freeze until the chocolate sets, 30 minutes.

Do you like frozen fruit as a dessert? (I do--I munch on frozen mangoes all the time!) Are you a fan of chocolate-covered bananas? Would you try this recipe?

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